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Smoky Street Corn with Chipotle Lime Butter

A delectable and easy-to-make festival classic appetizer featuring grilled corn with a spicy chipotle lime butter and feta cheese.

πŸ•’ Prep: 10 minutes - Cook: 8-10 minutes - Total: 18-20 minutes
🍽 Servings: 2
πŸ”₯ Difficulty: Easy
🌎 Cuisine: American, Street Food

Allergens

Dairy (in feta cheese)

Ingredients

  • 4 ears of fresh corn, husks removed
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 2 teaspoons chipotle chili powder
  • 2 tablespoons lime juice, freshly squeezed
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese
  • Optional: Fresh cilantro leaves for garnish

Instructions

  1. Preheat a grill or grill pan to medium high heat.
  2. In a small bowl, combine the softened butter, chipotle chili powder, lime juice, salt, and pepper. Mix well.
  3. Grill the corn for 8 10 minutes, turning occasionally, until lightly charred.
  4. Remove the corn from the grill and immediately spread the chipotle lime butter evenly on each ear of corn.
  5. Sprinkle feta cheese over the buttered corn and garnish with cilantro leaves if desired.
  6. Serve hot.

Chef’s Insight

The perfect balance of smoky, spicy, and tangy flavors make this dish a crowd-pleaser.

Notes

Adjust the level of spiciness to taste by using more or less chipotle chili powder.

Cultural or Historical Background

This dish draws inspiration from the popular Mexican street food "Elotes."